The Magazine for Sleep Professionals
Friday, June 19, 2026
The Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) announced the winners of its 2022 CCSH Educational Grant for RPSGTs who are interested in pursuing the CCSH credential through Pathway 3. Ten RPSGTs were selected out of more than 40 applications. “We are delighted to see such interest in our expanding grants […]
Using an employee who is not competent can lead to a multitude of issues, ranging from incomplete or improperly completed essential paperwork to potential harm to patients because the patients were not properly instructed on the safe use of their equipment/product. Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) addresses the […]
By José Domingos When a patient arrives for a sleep test, it can be disconcerting to be repeatedly asked to provide their name and date of birth or what medications they take. More so to be asked, “what is your sleep disorder?” or “what are we doing today?” Sleep professionals […]
Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) is launching a Telehealth Certification program this spring, opening new opportunities for organizations to earn recognition as quality providers of technology-enabled care and services. ACHC Accreditation will not be required. As adoption increases, telehealth is expected to remain an important part of the healthcare […]
The American Board of Sleep Medicine will discontinue the Registered Sleep Technologist certification examination following the administration of the last exam from April 4 to May 2. The ABSM will continue to offer recertification through 2032, when it will permanently sunset the RST credential. The ABSM established the RST credential […]
The Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists announced the winners of its 2021 Educational Grant for RPSGTs who are interested in pursuing the CCSH credential through Pathway 3. Twenty RPSGTs were selected out of more than 80 applications. Said BRPT President, Steve Marquis, MBA, RPSGT, CCSH, “We felt it was important […]
The BRPT is offering a series of CCSH Educational Grants to provide assistance to RPSGTs who are interested in pursuing the CCSH credential through Pathway 3. These educational grants are intended for RPSGTs who are unable to apply through CCSH Pathways 1 or 2 and/or are unable to financially pursue […]
Statement from the BRPT… Important Update Regarding CPR/BLS Certification Effective immediately, the BRPT will accept CPR/BLS certifications earned online provided the online course follows the American Heart Association’s (AHA) most recent standards and guidelines (or its international equivalent). We are pleased to accept this flexible alternative to attending live/skills courses […]
Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) reaffirms its status as a national leader in home health accreditation with its recent renewal as an approved accreditor for Medicare providers by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The CMS approval extends ACHC’s authority to conduct deemed status surveys that meet or […]
By José Domingos From Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) laws to the Affordable Care Act, the healthcare industry is highly regulated. In an ever-evolving healthcare landscape, significant regulatory updates occur rapidly and frequently. The COVID-19 pandemic has served to highlight this trend, often requiring organizations to shift focus […]
